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Greensborough Historical Society
Photograph - Photographs, Rosie Bray, Diamond Valley Arts Society: Children's painting class with Terese Crea, 2005
A children's painting class conducted by Terese Crea held at Diamond Valley Arts Society 2 colour photographsdiamond valley arts society, terese crea, painting classes, art classes -
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Article, Bill & Thelma Hutchinson, 'Monty days': the recollections of Bill and Thelma Hutchinson, told to John Gibson, 2013c
Recollections of Montmorency by Bill and Thelma Hutchinson, including Bill's parents' life before he was born in 1937. Also published in GHS publication "As I recall", 2013.2 p., typescripthutchinson family, montmorency, bill hutchinson -
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Article, Rosemary Hassett (Spear), Spear Family, by Rosemary Hassett (Spear), 2013c
Rosemary Hassett's recollections of her childhood in Greensborough, growing up in the Spear family2 p., typescriptspear family, rosemary hassett -
Greensborough Historical Society
Leaflet, Olympic Village - 2000, 1956-2000
Description of the Olympic Village of 1956 comparing what is seen in 2000 with what would have been seen in 1956.2 p. typescriptolympic village, 1956 olympic games -
Greensborough Historical Society
Leaflet, Atis Lejins, Greensborough Primary School 140 years, by Atis Lejins, 2018_08
Former resident of Greensborough, Lejins wrote to the pupils of Greensborough Primary on the occasion of the school's 140th anniversary.2 p. typescriptgreensborough primary school -
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Memoir, My trip to Wales in 2007, by June Hall (nee Evans), 2007_
Recounts June Hall's trip to Wales and her search for family connections.2 pages of text.june hall, june evans -
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Memoir, My trip to Wales in 2007 - my Scott ancestors in Wales: by June Hall, 2007_
June Hall (nee Evans) related details of her trip to Wales where she met distant relatives from the Scott family.Oral History.2 pages of text.june hall nee evans, mary scott, wales, oral history -
Greensborough Historical Society
Article, The history of Greensborough Toll Gates: by W. A. Partington, 1850c
A short history of the Greensborough Toll Gates in Grimshaw Street, first erected to raise funds for road building in the area.The first Toll Keeper was Charles Partington, grandfather to the author, Alan Partington.2 typed pagesgreensborough toll gates, charles partington, alan partington -
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Memoir, Greensborough local swimming hole / by Nancy Fowkes (nee O'Neill), 1936-1957
Nancy Fowkes (nee O'Neill) relates another story of growing up in Greensborough.A personal story of life in Greensborough.2 pages text.nancy fowkes, nancy oneill, oneill family -
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Memoir, Greensborough bush fire / by Nancy Fowkes (nee O'Neill), 1965_
Nancy Fowkes (nee O'Neill) relates another story of growing up in Greensborough.A personal story of life in Greensborough.2 pages text.nancy fowkes, nancy oneill, oneill family -
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Memoir, I loved Greensborough by Val Wilson (nee Rolfs), 1936o
Val Wilson (nee Rolfs) recounts stories of her childhood growing up in rural Greensborough. In this story Val tells of a little girl who thought she could ice skate on a pond behind Grimshaw Street.A primary source recollection of Greensborough in the mid-20th century.2 typed pages.val wilson, val rolfs, greensborough, ice skating -
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Family History, Ernie (Mick) Evans by Marj Pepper (nee Evans), 1947-2000
Compiled by his daughter for a journalist to write Ernie Evans' obituary, this is a brief outline of his life. An outline of the life of Greensborough resident Ernie (Mick) Evans.2 typed pages.evans family, ernest evans, mick evans, marj pepper, rats of tobruk, world war 2 -
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Memoir, Evans family move to Greensborough, 1947o
June Hall (nee Evans) recounts the building of the house at 11 Anama Street and the Evans family's move to Greensborough in 1947.A personal story of building in Greensborough in the post war period.2 typed pages.evans family, ernest evans, mick evans, june hall, anama street -
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Memoir, Doug Hall - Greensborough by June Hall (nee Evans), 1928o
June Hall (nee Evans) tells the life story of her husband Doug Hall, including his association with many Greensborough sporting clubs and groups, and his love of art and music.This story outlines the life of a Greensborough resident in the second half of the 20th century.2 typed pages.hall family, doug hall, june evans, june hall, greensborough -
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Oral History, Richards - Angland Family, by Ida Brown as told to June Hall, 1895o
Ida Brown relates the story of her family, through good and bad times. From her grandfather's arrival in Australia (John Henry Richards) to her time at Greensborough Primary School. As told to June Hall 2011.A primary source recollection of Greensborough pioneer families.2 typed pages.rickards angland family, ida brown, henry richards, lillian richards, john angland -
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Memoir, Life at Alwyn - 1950s and 60s by Faye Fort, 1947-1969
Faye recounts stories about growing up in the Partington home "Alwyn" in the mid 20th century. At this time agriculture played an important role in the Greensborough district and the land around Alwyn was used for poultry, vegetables and cut flowers.A primary source recollection of Greensborough in the mid-20th century.2 typed pages. partington family, greensborough, alwyn, alan partington, farming -
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Memoir, I remember by Elaine Drakeford (nee Roberts), 1939o
Elaine Drakeford (nee Roberts) recounts her story of growing up in Greensborough from the 1940s. As part of a large family, the 9 children played together and made their own fun.A primary source recollection of Greensborough in the mid-20th century.2 typed pages.elaine drakeford, elaine roberts, grimshaw street, bernie drakeford -
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Article, John Cecil Jessop: a community minded individual, 29/03/1892o
Cecil Jessop was an important figure in the development of Greensborough. This outline of his life discusses his work as a councillor, MMBW, and Sutherland Homes.A brief outline of an important Greensborough identity.2 typed pages.jessop family, cecil jessop, councillors, mmbw, yan yean reservoir, greensborough -
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Memoir, William Arthur Cecil by Bill Cecil, 1944o
Bill Cecil moved to Greensborough in 1944 aged 14. His family ran the post office and Bill became acquainted with most Greensborough families as he delivered the mail on horseback. Bill recounts his life both in Greensborough and other parts of the country.A primary source recollection of Greensborough in the mid to late 20th century.2 typed pages.cecil family, bill cecil, william arthur cecil, greensborough post office -
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Genealogical Document, Edward Bernard Green - Greensborough, 1809o
A short history of Edward Bernard Green, after whom Greensborough was named. Describes his various business activities including his purchase of property on the Plenty River and his contract for the carriage of mail overland between Melbourne and Sydney. Author unknown.Background on the origins of "Greensborough".2 typed pages.greensborough, edward bernard green, green family -
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Memoir, Mavis Solum recalls, 2011
Mavis Solum (nee Thomas) recounts stories of her life and neighbours in Greensborough from 1932. The family lived in Sellars Street and ran a chicken hatchery. As told to June Hall 2011.A primary source recollection of Greensborough in the mid to late 20th century.2 typed pages.solum family, mavis solum, sellars street, thomas -
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Genealogical Document, Middleton Family - Briar Hill, 1923o
Details of the Middleton family of Briar Hill from their arrival in Australia from England in 1923/24. Lists the children of Jesse Middleton and Florence Clark.2 typed pages.middleton family jesse middleton, briar hill -
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Genealogical Document, The Beale Family, 1790o
Document lists the descendants of Anthony Beale and Katherine Rose Young.2 typed pagesanthony beale -
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Article, Alan Partington, The Ruston Family History, 1824-1907
A short history of Peter Ruston and family in the 1850s and 1860s by descendant Alan Partington.2 pages of text.peter rustin, peter ruston, alan partington -
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Article, Greenhills State School no 4893, by Don King - GH4893, 1950o
A brief history of the early days of Greenhills Primary School written by Don King, a resident of the Greenhills area. 2 pages of text.greenhills primary school, greenhills state school -
Greensborough Historical Society
Family History, E.H.(Mick) Evans: VX10125, 1939o
This story was written by June Hall, daughter of Mick Evans, information taken from tapes recorded before his death.First published on GHS website.2 typed pagesmick evans, june hall, tobruk, world war 2 -
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Memoir, Recollections of Watsonia and Crellin Street Kinder, by Patricia Hogan, 1961_
Recollections of Watsonia in the 1950s and 1960s, written by Patricia Hogan.2 p., typescriptwatsonia, patricia hogan, crellin street kindergarten -
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List, Electoral Roll Doris Street: compiled by Marilyn Smith, 1954o
List of occupants of addresses in Doris Street Greensborough in 1954, 1963 and 1980, compiled from Electoral Rolls.Typescript 2 p.doris street greensborough -
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Document, Memories of Brian (The Red Headed) Blackburn, 1942o
Reminiscences of life growing up and living in Greensborough from 1945 to the 1980s, as detailed in a letter from Brian Blackburn to Faye Fort (nee Partington) in 2016.2 pages, typescriptgreensborough, brian blackburn, faye fort (nee partington) -
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Document, 'Dynamite' Andrews, 1936-1949
Compilation of several newspaper articles 1936-1942 about Mr J. Andrews, Assistant Stationmaster at Greensborough Railway Station, nicknamed "Dynamite" owing to his behaviour towards railway travellers.2 pages,typescript.j. andrews, andrews family